πŸ«‘πŸŒΆοΈπŸ₯₯ Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

Chutney

A Spicy, Tangy South Indian Spread

Spice Level: 🌢️🌢️
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Serves: 4
Calories (approx): 90 kcal

  πŸ₯Ÿ Crunch, Spice & Condiments on the Side

🌿 Introduction

Vibrant, zesty, and full of South Indian character, this Green Bell Pepper Chutney

brings freshness and heat together in a bold yet balanced way.

Roasted bell peppers, lentils, and spice create a chutney that feels both familiar and refreshingly modern.

β€œSome flavors wake up the meal β€” not by shouting, but by arriving just in time.”

Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

Chutney

Photo by Stirred By Spice

πŸ“ Ingredients

For the chutney base:

  • 2 green bell peppers, chopped

  • 1-inch ginger, chopped

  • 4–5 dry red chilies

  • 3 tbsp chana dal

  • Β½ tsp cumin seeds (jeera)

  • 2 tbsp grated or desiccated coconut

  • 1 tsp tamarind paste

  • 1 tbsp oil

  • A few coriander leaves

  • Salt, to taste

For Tempering:

  • 1 tsp oil

  • Β½ tsp mustard seeds

  • Β½ tsp urad dal

🍽️ Instructions

  • Roast the Base – Heat oil in a pan. Add chana dal and cumin seeds; sautΓ© until golden and aromatic.

  • Add Vegetables – Add ginger, dry red chilies, and bell peppers. SautΓ© until peppers are just tender but still vibrant.

  • Finish the Mix – Switch off heat. Add coconut, tamarind paste, coriander leaves, and salt. Let cool.

  • Grind – Blend to a coarse chutney, adding minimal water if needed.

  • Temper – Heat oil, splutter mustard seeds and urad dal, and pour over the chutney. Mix gently.

    *Note: For tempering chutneys, I use a small tadka pan like this one. It heats quickly, gives better control over mustard seeds and lentils, and makes seasoning effortless for everyday cooking.

🍷 Optional Serving Notes

Serve with idli, dosa, or curd rice

Works beautifully as a sandwich or toast spread

For the Curious Home Cook

Spices are more than heat or color β€” they’re the quiet backbone of everyday Indian cooking.


Used with care, they bring warmth, balance, and depth to even the simplest meals.

If you’ve ever wondered why certain spices are paired together, or how masalas shape flavor without overwhelming it,

I’ve gathered those foundations into a gentle, practical guide.

πŸ’¬ Soulful Note

The aroma of roasted lentils and red chilies mingling with fresh bell peppers is a weekday memory

in many kitchens β€” simple, grounding, and deeply satisfying.

πŸ“š Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs

πŸ“šCook's Wisdom:

  • Keep bell peppers slightly crisp for a brighter flavor

  • Swap green peppers with red or yellow for a sweeter variation

  • Use minimal water while grinding to preserve texture

πŸ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving β€” Approx.)

  • Calories 90

  • Protein 4g

  • Carbs 12g

  • Fat 3g

  • Fiber 2g

If You’d Like to Go Deeper..

Many of the dishes on this page are built on quiet spice knowledge β€”

the kind learned slowly, through observation, repetition, and care.

If you’d like a deeper understanding of Indian spices and everyday masalas β€”

how to choose them, use them, and build confidence over time β€”

you may enjoy the guide I’ve created alongside this kitchen.

πŸƒπŸŒΆπŸƒ The Bottom Line

A small spoonful with big personality β€” this chutney brings color, spice, and tradition to the everyday table.

🧑 Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

Maya Shetty – Stirred By Spice Author Photo

Hi, I’m Maya Shetty β€” cook, storyteller, and spice lover.

Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart β€” where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.

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